Spring Sprouts Salad

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One of few moments in my life, where I’m left speechless.

As I watched the news yesterday, events at Boston Marathon unfolded into something eerie. Something unimaginable and so devastating. We had friends running the marathon and when the news on blasts was announced, our world was turned upside down.

After a couple of frantic mail and twitter exchanges, we sighed a huge relief when we found out our friends are fine from harms way. But that didn’t stop us from reacting differently with the whole situation.

We are sadden and just angry at the whole situation. Like many, we are still demanding answers.

A calamity at such magnitude is difficult to digest. And to truly understand how people who are directly impacted, copes in such situation — left us speechless.

A horrific tragedy that definitely left us to ponder about life and loved ones. Hug them in every opportunity you get. Tell them how much they are loved. Spend more time with each other. Spend life relishing and making memories together.

Don’t be spiteful or hateful — instead, embrace one another.

Love one another and help others to rise to the higher levels, simply by pouring out love. Love is infectious and the greatest healing energy. — Sai Baba

We love you Bostanians and we are grieving with you during this trying times. God bless you.

Prepare dressing by adding all the ingredients into a jar. Shake it to emulsify.

Add salad ingredients in a huge bowl. Toss it with prepared dressing.

May the souls of the departed, rests in peace.

The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing… not healing, not curing… that is a friend who cares. — Henri Nouwen

I could not write anything else than what I’m feeling, right at this moment. And all I wanted to do is share how I feel with you with hopes of finding some resolution or discourse, soon.

Well said, Kiran. You just can’t make sense of these terrible acts. All you can do is live better, be better, and love those around you more. Sharing food, sitting around the table, is one way to do that.

I’m glad to hear your friends are okay. A friend of mine was running in the marathon too and my first thought went to her when I heard the news. Very scary.Kiersten @ Oh My Veggies recently posted..Oh Yeah, I Totally Quit My Juice Cleanse

So sad. Friends of a friend of mine were injured, a runner’s husband and young son.

Your salad looks light and spring-y with the radishes, one of the first crops. And the mung beans are an easy way to add protein. I’m glad you are keeping on.Mary @ Fit and Fed recently posted..Picking up the Pieces

I was in shock too – this could happen anywhere and happen to any of us. Really scary. I love this spring-insired salad, Kiran! Pictures are just gorgeous!!!Nami | Just One Cookbook recently posted..Hamburger Steak Bento ハンバーグ弁当

My heart aches for every innocent soul who is lost in the name of a completely irrational cause whether this is in Boston or in any other place of the world. I truly hope, although I find it highly impossible, that one day people will be able to understand the vanity of all this and be also able to live harmonically in their countries. Your salad is burst with flavors and a truly springy dish my friend!Katerina recently posted..Bouyourdí (Feta Cheese in the Oven with Vegetables)

Beautiful pictures and words. I freaked out too when I woke uop and heard the news because I had a friends there too. Makes you want to reassess. I want to tell you…that your great and I would miss you if you didn’t blog….there I said that. Have a lovely week!

I bet the support of runners and the city in general is going to be overwhelming at next year’s marathon, as it has been in the aftermath of such a horrible tragedy. As a former Bostonian, I felt like a piece of my heart broke that day. We will rise above it though. Thank you for sharing this lovely spring salad, Kiran. A nice reminder that there is so much beauty in this world, also through food!Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking recently posted..BBQ Chicken, Bell Pepper and Pineapple Skewers

Very well said. Such a senseless thing to happen. On a happier note, wonderful salad! Oranges and radishes combine so well, don’t they? Love the addition of the sprouts and coconut. Good stuff – thanks.john@kitchenriffs recently posted..Moroccan Orange and Radish Salad

Hello beautiful Kiran. I felt exactly the same in regards to the Boston Marathon incident. We have friends who live in Boston and rang them immediately after fearing the worst. Thankfully, like your friends, they’re safe and well. I still have such a sinking feeling in my heart though – so many injured, who lost limbs and have permanent scarring on their minds and bodies. I’m definitely praying for each and every one of them. This is my first visit to your blog and you’re beautifully talented, not to mention a beautiful person! I’ll definitely be trying your salad recipe. Take care.laurasmess recently posted..Apricot, Coconut and Cacao Nib Treats

Truly, the Boston bombing is a heinous heinous heinous tragedy! Who would do such a thing? WHY??? These are innocent people!!! I especially feel saddened by the Martin family who lost their 8-year-old boy, whose mother is in critical care for brain injury, and whose 6-year-old daughter’s leg got amputated! As a parent, this really struck the very heart of me. I cannot imagine the depths of their pain right now. So sad…

On a lighter note, your food sure looks good. And it cheered me up inspite of all the bad news from the US, including the most recent Texas explosion!Jen L | Tartine and Apron Strings recently posted..Sundried Tomato Pesto and Chard Pancakes

Your words ring so true. We all need to embrace each other, love each other, and work to make the world a better place. Thank you for sharing these thoughts. And thank you for sharing this recipe. Hugs and love, my friend.Monet recently posted..Honey Sweetened Mini Cheesecakes

Kiran, it was surprisingly hot day yesterday. I had sprouted mung beans for hot bowl of kichidi but decided to make cold salad instead. Followed your recipe with few minor changes (substituted radish with cucumber and walnut oil with couple of tbsp of coconut oil) and enjoyed this refreshing salad thoroughly. Thank you!Sia | Monsoon Spice recently posted..Travel with me to The Lakes…

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